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Our fire investigators are located from Maineto North Carolina, providing prompt and cost-effective service throughout the Northeast.
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Vermont
- Virginia
- West Virginia
Connecticut
SCOTT E. BORIS - Waterbury, CT
Scott Boris holds a master’s degree in Fire Science from the University of New Haven. An active lieutenant in the Bridgeport Connecticut Fire Department, he is also a Certified Fire and Explosions Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. Scott is a court-qualified expert witness in the state of Connecticut as well as an attendant of both the National Fire Academy and the International Association of Arson Investigators seminars.
Delaware
WILLIAM E. RIEGER, II - Delaware
William Rieger, II, is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators, and a court-qualified expert witness. He was also the Gloucester County Fire Marshal from 1989 until 2009. William was the Gloucester County Fire Coordinator from 1989 until 2008, and is currently a senior instructor at the Gloucester County Fire Academy. He earned his bachelor of science degree in Criminal Justice at Trenton State College. He is also a member of the International Association of Arson Investigators and the National Association of Fire Investigators.
Maine
GLENN C. BOWMAN - Gardiner, ME
Glenn Bowman, PE (RET), is an electrical engineer with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Rhode Island. He has held memberships in the Maine Association of Engineers, the Electric Council of New England, the National Fire Protection Association, and the Power Research Association at the University of Maine. A court-qualified expert witness, Glenn has over forty years of experience in the engineering and fire investigation fields.
WILLIAM G. MACOMBER - Abbott, ME
Electrical Expert William Macomber is a licensed Maine Master Electrician. He was previously the Senior Electrical Inspector for the state of Maine for over 25 years. In addition to being a court-qualified expert witness in the determination of areas of electrical fire origin and cause in District and Superior Court, Bill has over 53 years of experience in the electrical field. He has also been an instructor at The Institute of Fire Science since 2004.
PAUL W. MOODY – Bangor, ME
Paul Moody is a solid fuel/heating system analyst. He is a principal member of the NFPA 31 Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment Committee and an alternate member of the NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances Committee. Additionally, Paul is a licensed Master Plumber and is also licensed through the State of Maine Propane and Natural Gas Board as a Propane & Natural Gas Technician and as a Master for 1-6 Oils and Solid Fuel. Paul retired after 20 years as an inspector with the Department of Professional & Financial Regulation, Office of Licensing and Registration in the State of Maine.
BRIAN K. SMITH - Sanford, ME
Brian Smith is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. As a captain in the Sanford Maine Fire Department, Brian is constantly on the fire ground, both in a fire fighting and investigating capacity. With participation from neighboring fire departments, he helped implement a mutual aid fire investigation team in York County, Maine, designed to assist surrounding communities with conducting detailed fire scene examinations. He furthers his education in fire science through coursework at Southern Maine Community College as well as through continued education and participation in fire investigation-related seminars offered through the International Association of Arson Investigators, the National Association of Fire Investigators, and the National Fire Protection Association.
DARRELL L. WEBB - Bangor, ME
Senior Fire Analyst Darrell Webb is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators. He is also an active member of the International Association of Arson Investigators, regularly attending annual seminars and training. A court-qualified expert, Darrell also taught a National Fire Academy course on fire investigation through the Maine State Fire Training Service. Darrell brings over 25 years of fire service experience to the field.
Massachusetts
PETER C. CUMMINGS – Massachusetts
Peter Cummings is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. Peter retired from the Massachusetts State Police Office of the State Fire Marshal with 10 years of experience as sergeant/team leader/investigator for the Fire and Explosion Investigations Unit, and 25 years in public service. He is a court-qualified expert witness, and has presented at The Institute of Fire Science since 2006 on interviewing and interrogation.
STEPHEN W. DUFFY - Pittsfield, MA
Stephen Duffy holds an associate's degree in Fire Science from Berkshire Community College. He is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators. He is also a Certified EMT–A and a Certified Fire Apparatus Engineer. A court-qualified witness in fire investigation and fire origin, Steve brings over 30 years of experience to the field, having achieved the ranks of firefighter through fire chief at the Pittsfield Fire Department.
MICHAEL E. HENNESSY - Woburn, MA
As Senior Fire Analyst, Michael Hennessy has an impressive resume, including the distinction of being the first fire official in Massachusetts to be certified as a Fire Investigator by the International Association of Arson Investigators. He has also been certified by the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications, testified at criminal and civil trials, and completed hundreds of fire investigations over the course of his career. Additionally, he is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators.
BRUCE W. MACKAY - Worcester, MA
Bruce MacKay is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has over 25 years of experience in the fire service with the Holden Fire Department. He is a court-qualified expert witness in the determination of fire origin and cause. With over 30 years of experience in the HVAC field, Bruce also offers a wealth of knowledge regarding electrical, heating, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment. He holds a certification as a Universal Technician for refrigerant transition and recovery.
JOHN J. MULCAHY - Beverly, MA
John Mulcahy, PE, is an electrical forensic engineer who holds a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Manhattan College. John is a licensed Professional Engineer. A court-qualified expert witness, he has over 30 years of experience in the engineering and fire investigation fields.
MARK D. SULLIVAN - Falmouth, MA
Mark Sullivan is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. Mark is the deputy chief of the Falmouth Fire Rescue Department and has over 30 years of experience in the fire service. He has also been an active member of the United States Air Force National Guard, serving as an airfield/structural firefighter on Otis Air Force Base, a fire protection specialist for the United States Air Force, and retired as an assistant fire chief. Mark holds a bachelor's degree in Fire Science from Anna Maria College and has over 10 years of experience in the fire investigation field.
TIMOTHY W. TENNEY - Baldwinville, MA
Timothy is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is a court-qualified expert witness. Timothy has over 35 years of experience in the fire service and is currently a fire investigator and firefighter for the Gardner Fire Department. Additionally, he has over 38 years of experience working in the alarm industry and is a Massachusetts Electrical License Registered System Technician. Timothy earned his associates degree in Law Enforcement from Mount Wachusett Community College.
New Hampshire
WILLIAM BARABY – Lakes Region, NH
William Baraby is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He retired as lieutenant and fire investigator from the Westport Massachusetts Fire Department in 1999 after 21 years of service. He has served as an electrical investigator for the State Fire Marshal of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is a licensed Master Electrician in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. William is a court-qualified expert witness in federal, superior, and district courts.
THOMAS A. BUSH - Farmington, NH
Fire Analyst/Chief Automotive Analyst Thomas Bush is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators, an ASE® Master Technician, and a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator and Certified Fire and Explosions Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. Tom has over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry and has investigated hundreds of fires to structures, vehicles, farm equipment, lumber equipment and heavy machinery.
DAVID M. WHEELER – Concord, NH
David Wheeler is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators, as well as a Certified Fire Investigation Instructor and Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. In addition, David has 30 years of experience in law enforcement, which includes an 11-year span as the chief of police in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, and eight years as a detective for the New Hampshire State Police. He is also a court-qualified expert witness in district and superior courts, as well as the United States Federal District Court.
New Jersey
JOSEPH G. KOTORA – East Brunswick, NJ
Joseph Kotora is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators and an active fire marshal for the Borough of Helmetta, NJ. With over 25 years of experience in the fire service, Joseph has received multiple commendations at the state and local level. In addition to being a CFEI, Joseph is an ASE Certified Mechanic through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. He holds licenses as a fire inspector, housing code official, fire protection official, and inspector of hotels and multiple dwellings. Joseph earned his bachelor of science degree in Industrial Education at Trenton State College. He is also a member of the International Association of Arson Investigators, National Association of Fire Investigators, and the New Jersey State Fire Preventions Association.
WILLIAM E. RIEGER, II - Woodbury, NJ
William Rieger, II, is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators, and a court-qualified expert witness. He was also the Gloucester County Fire Marshal from 1989 until 2009. William was the Gloucester County Fire Coordinator from 1989 until 2008, and is currently a senior instructor at the Gloucester County Fire Academy. He earned his bachelor of science degree in Criminal Justice at Trenton State College. He is also a member of the International Association of Arson Investigators and the National Association of Fire Investigators.
DREW L. STEPHENS – Clinton, NJ
Drew Stephens is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators and a retired detective for the Sussex County Prosecutor's Office. He has more than 20 years of experience in fire and fraud-related investigations, having performed over 1,000 assignment inspections and investigations throughout his law enforcement and forensic investigation career. He has consulted on products and services; accidental and incendiary fires; LP gas, natural gas, and combustible dust explosions; chemical and fuel oil spills; and soot identification.
New York
ROBERT A. AMMANN - Long Island, NY
Robert Ammann is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. His fire service career spans 25 years in New York City and Nassau County. Bob retired as a fire marshal for the New York City Fire Department in 2006 and is a court-qualified expert witness.
JOHN W. CAVANAUGH - Rochester, NY
Senior Fire Analyst John Cavanaugh is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators, as well as a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has been in the fire service for 20-plus years with the Pittsford and Fishers Fire Departments, and was a police officer with the Brighton Police Department for 20 years, where he was assigned to the fire investigation unit for the municipality for 15 of those 20 years. John is a Certified New York State Fire Investigator - Levels I and II.
MICHAEL S. CERONE – Schenectady, NY
Michael is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators, as well as a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is a court-qualified expert witness. Additionally, he is certified as a New York State Fire Investigator, Level I and II. He recently retired from the Colonie New York Police Department as a police investigator and has over 35 years of experience in the fire service. Michael also holds associate's degrees in Criminal Justice and Fire Protection Technology.
JOHN L. COULUM – Poughkeepsie, NY
John Coulum is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has over 18 years of experience in the fire service and is currently an engine company lieutenant with the Kingston New York Fire Department. A fire investigator for the Ulster County Fire Investigation Unit as well as a member of their Arson Task Force, John is also a HazMat Team Operations leader. He currently holds certifications as a New York State Fire Investigator Level II and as a New York State Fire Instructor I. John also holds a bachelor of professional studies in Fire Protection Technology from Empire State College, a bachelor of science degree in business management from Plattsburgh State University, and an associate’s degree in Fire Science from Corning Community College.
WILLIAM T. MINOGUE – Lake Placid, NY
William Minogue is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is a Certified New York State Fire Investigator, Level I and Level II. William has over 25 years of experience in the fire service and is currently a fire investigator for Essex County and the chief of the Au Sable Forks Volunteer Ambulance Squad.
ROBERT L. STEPHENS, II – Syracuse, NY
Robert is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has over 20 years of experience in the fire service, having served as lieutenant and fire marshal with the Utica Fire Department. He has also been assigned to the Utica Arson Task Force. He has extensive knowledge of specific laws, procedures, and policies as related to fire investigation and New York State codes. Robert is a court-qualified expert witness.
North Carolina
CHARLES E. "EDDIE" BOTTOMS – Rural Hall, NC
Eddie Bottoms is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. Also, he is a certified North Carolina Fire Officer and a North Carolina Certified Fire Investigator. Eddie is also a North Carolina Fire Officer I and II Instructor and North Carolina Fire Service Instructor II. Currently, Eddie is a fire captain professionally with the Winston-Salem Fire Department and a fire captain and training officer with the Rural Hall Fire Department. Eddie has over 24 years of experience in the fire service. He received his bachelor of science in Criminal Justice Administration from Bellevue University and his master of science in Criminal Justice from Fayetteville State University.
Pennsylvania
CALVIN A. BONENBERGER – Lafayette Hill, PA
Calvin Bonenberger is a Certified Fire Investigator through the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has qualified as an expert witness in local, county, and federal courts. He has 40 years of fire service experience, including over 20 years as the fire marshal for Whitemarsh Township and an additional 10 years as a fire chief.
THOMAS W. DOLAN – Harrisburg, PA
Thomas is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators. He is a Certified Fire Investigator I through the Office of the Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner and a Certified Fire Investigator through the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications NFPA 1033. Thomas has over 20 years of experience in the fire service and is currently a police officer with the Carlisle Police Department. Additionally, he is a case file reviewer for "cold fires."
MICHAEL F. DRUSHEL – Pittsburgh, PA
Michael Drushel is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has over 23 years of experience in the fire service and is currently a lieutenant and fire investigator with the Butler Bureau of Fire in Pennsylvania. He currently holds certifications as a Fire Inspector I through the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications and as a Fire Service Instructor I through the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy.
SHAUN P. FLYNN – Scranton, PA
Shaun Flynn is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has 20 years of experience in the fire service and is currently the Fire Inspector with the Scranton Fire Department Arson Task Force, where he is responsible for the origin and cause determination of fires within the city of Scranton. Shaun is a court-qualified expert witness and is also qualified as a Fire Inspector 1 and 2 through the state and the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.
Rhode Island
MICHAEL R. NOLAN - Wakefield, RI
Senior Fire Analyst Michael Nolan is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators, as well as a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He has over 15 years of experience in fire and arson investigation and is a retired senior detective of the South Kingstown Rhode Island Police Department.
Vermont
TIMOTHY E. AUSTIN - Springfield, VT
Senior Fire Analyst Timothy Austin is both a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. A court-qualified expert, Tim was also an instructor for the Vermont Fire Training Council and a past president of the Vermont Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators. Tim’s extensive experience includes a 26-year career with the Vermont State Police, where he served a s a fire and arson investigator, as well as an assistant state fire marshal.
Virginia
ROBERT W. HENDERSON – Charlottesville, VA
Robert Henderson is a Certified Fire Investigator by the Commonwealth of Virginia Fire Marshal's Academy and the National Fire Academy, as well as a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is a court-qualified expert witness. Robert has served over 30 years as a professional police officer for the Fairfax County Police and Virginia State Police. He is a Certified Bomb Technician by the FBI/US ARMY Hazardous Devices School, Certified Hazard Materials Technician by the Department of Homeland Security, and a licensed private investigator in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Robert is a member of the board of directors of the Virginia Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators.
ARNO J. RANDALL – Hampton, VA
Arno Randall is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators, as well as being a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. He is a court-qualified expert witness. He has more than 15 years of experience in the fire service. Arno serves as a fire and explosion investigator for the Hampton Fire Marshal's Office. He earned his bachelor's degree in Fire Administration from Hampton University.
West Virginia
SAMUEL P. LANDIS – Charleston, WV
Samuel is a Certified Fire Investigator through the International Association of Arson Investigators and a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator through the National Association of Fire Investigators. Additionally, he is a Master Electrician, a Master Plumber, and a West Virginia Electrical Inspector, Class A. While with the Dunbar Fire Department for 20 years, Samuel served as both a fire investigator and the assistant fire chief.